Dam KS01672
Key Takeaway
Dam KS01672 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 38.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 485 ft |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 355 cfs |
| NID ID | KS01672 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
PRIDLEY, ELWYN G
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS01672?
Dam KS01672 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Dam KS01672?
Dam KS01672 is owned by PRIDLEY, ELWYN G (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Dam KS01672?
Dam KS01672 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dam KS01672?
Dam KS01672 has a dam height of 23 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.